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Vegan
Beer/Wine
Take-out
British
Gluten Free options
Small cafe serving soup, savory rolls, wraps, cakes and ice cream. Also offers soy and almond milk. No telephone. Fully vegan since Mar 2021. Also serves alcoholic beverages. Open Wed-Sun 10:30-16:00. Closed Mon-Tue. Open some evenings for private bookings or events. Check socials for info.
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 14 Oct 2023 by Guest
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Added by tizpot on 27 Jul 2018
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62 Reviews
First Review by AnnieMarriott
annasmiles8
Points +30
Friendly service and caters for allergies - Edit
Really great service and was able to adapt the menu for allergies (I am vegan, gluten free with no oats or soya). Dog friendly, child friendly and they have recently expanded so there are more tables! Amazing home made hash browns.
Read morePros: Allergy friendly, Friendly service, Dog and child friendly
Cons: Service could have been a bit quicker, Wish it was open on Sundays!
Guest
PaulCJ
Points +31
Beautiful - Edit
Immersed as we are in the growing and vibrant city of Milton Keynes, one might expect us blessed with numerous vegan options. Sadly, inexplicably, this is not the case. But ah, more the joy when on holiday to find that gem at which one can browse a menu with the calm eye that has no need to ask questions of providence!
Read moreAnd what a shining, happy gem this is. The food was mostly very good but the cake was even better. There is heart and soul here, both an eatery and a community. Please go, help it thrive. 5 stars.
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-27
Pros: The vibe , The food, The hot chocolate
Guest
AlisonHewitt
Points +45
Absolute gem! - Edit
Found this cafe while on holiday and stopped off in Bacton after a long walk on the beach. Fully vegan, very dog friendly. Lovely welcoming staff. Had coffee and cake, delicious, fabulous range of cakes. Would definitely recommend and call in again next time we are in the area.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-05
Pros: Full menu, The cakes!, Very welcoming and doggie friendly
Cons: Too far from me!!
Guest
veganevolutionist
Points +3218
A vegan oasis - Edit
We only ran from the car parked outside in to the cafe during a heavy downpour and the lovely owner asked if she could pull up a heater to dry us out - how fab is that! The menu looked fab but unfortunately we didn't have room for a meal so opted for a cheese scone for me and a toasted teacake for my companion, with hot chocolates all round. This is a really cosy oasis with welcoming and friendly owners. We could see dogs were very welcome with well behaved owners😉 Would definitely visit again when in the area.
Read morePros: All vegan, Welcoming and friendly , So cosy
Guest
AgnesWestmorland
Points +72
Perfect for dogs and human alike 😊 - Edit
After twice arriving at Carmel Cafe when they were shut, we finally managed to get the timing right this holiday - and it was definitely worth the wait. Selecting from the build-your-own sandwich or wrap list, I had a fabulous sausage, facon and onion sandwich on multigrain bread, which was just perfect. My husband chose his long established favourite, garlic mushrooms on toast, and declared Carmel’s to be one of the best he’d ever tasted. The coffee and the chai latte was faultless and the baked goods looked so good we ended up taking scones and a slice of gateau home with us - they tasted as good as they looked. For me, however, the greatest joy was just how welcome our three dogs were made to feel. Biscuits were offered to all but the oldest, tired out from the walk along the beach, was also offered a comfy sofa to recover on. Caramel Cafe is definitely the best places we have ever been to on the east coast 😊
Read morePros: Fabulous food, Really lovely staff, Dog friendly
Cons: None
Guest
Yazmin21_
Points +145
Great place 👌 - Edit
Lovely food and service. They are hot on it with the allergies and don't make you feel awkward for asking
Read morePros: Lots of options , Friendly staff, Allergy friendly
Cons: Parking can sometimes be a struggle
Guest
MischaCat
Points +97
Amazing! - Edit
How did I not know this little gem is virtually right on my doorstep! Thanks to this app! Fabulous food.
Read morePros: Close to home, Amazing food, Lovely staff
Cons: I can't move in! 😩
Guest
ThePorkyVegan
Points +34
Fantastic burger and cake 😋 - Edit
We ordered the vegan burger, coffee, cakes and scones and it was all amazing will definitely be coming back again.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Friendly staff, Brilliant food
Cons: Nothing , Nothing, Nothing
Guest
RayLiddard
Points +48
A Vegan Oasis on the Norfolk Coast! - Edit
Our holiday cottage weren't sure what to leave a couple of old vegans for our 'Welcome Pack' so they paid a visit to Cafe Carmel and asked for some help. So glad they did! We were more than happy with our half dozen of the best cup cakes you've ever tasted and some vouchers to spend. We eventually made it along to the cafe midway through our stay and we both ordered the All Day Breakfast. It was really good! Two sausages, hash browns, tomato, mushrooms, beans and toast. The sausages were awesome! We sat outside because it was a nice morning and it was pretty full inside ( so happy to see a fully vegan business doing so well!) and our two lurchers take up quite a bit of space. We really enjoyed our meal. The service was friendly and quick. Inside, the cafe is quirky and welcoming. Outside, we never felt forgotten and there were nice people with dogs to talk to on the next table. Prices were more than reasonable - I think about £9/10 per head with our tea and coffee. We left with two massive slabs of their homemade cakes which are just amazing. Highly recommend Cafe Carmel to everyone. Too busy enjoying the food to take any photos but I have no hesitation in giving 5*****! 😄
Read morePros: Fantastic vegan breakfast - the best sausages!, Friendly and welcoming - including dogs! , Amazing cakes!
Cons: Limited parking right outside but we got lucky. :)
Guest
Steph174
Points +16
Gorgeous - Edit
Amazing soup , fabulous staff . Altogether a great Vegan place to eat .
Read morePros: Excellent food, Friendly staff, Gorgeous food
Guest
DarceySmith
Points +362
A bit disappointing - Edit
Very friendly staff and dog friendly
Read moreWent on a Sunday so as it was the end of the week they said they were out of stock of lots of things- pastry bake, crepes, soup, scones.
The pasty wasn’t to my taste, odd texture and flavour.
Garlic mushroom on toast was too strong- overpowering however nice bread.
The coffee was lovely and decaf available, a nice cake selection.
Coconut Ice cream didn’t have flavour and was icey. The honeycomb was just like syrup water.
Updated from previous review on 2022-09-04
Pros: Cheap, Nice coffee and cake selection
Cons: Lots of out stock , Flavours not to my taste
Cafecarmel
Hello, Sad to hear u didn't have a good experience at ours. May I ask what time you came in on a Sunday? We make all our scones and pastries fresh so on Sunday afternoon it's likely that we would not have a full range of our baked goods as we have sold out and as we are closed on Monday and Tuesday, so can't risk the food waste of making more. We are very conscious of food waste. Apologies about the icecream, we would not of charged you or changed it if we had known it was up to standard. We pride ourselves resolving any issues asap to make your visit pleasant. Team cafe carmel x
Read moreDarceySmith
Thank you so much for your comments. We did think our timing wasn’t great- was around 2 o’clock.
Read moreWe would like to come again, maybe a weekday but always appreciate a vegan cafe anywhere.
Cafecarmel
Would be lovely to see u again and make it up to u. Thanks for your feedback x
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snowstar
Points +16
What a great discovery! - Edit
We loved it so much, we went back the next day
Read morePros: Vegan only -perfect!, Everything freshly made and great cakes, Lovely staff
Cons: Shame it’s not near where we live…!
Guest
vgriggs
Points +88
Highly recommend - Edit
Fantastic little cafe with the tastiest food, cakes and drink.
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Juliette117
Points +189
Delicious food and friendly staff - Edit
Really friendly staff and great vegan options. Very tasty treats too!
Read moreGuest
ajodell
Points +18
What a find - Edit
Really lovely staff, fab food with lots of options! Great takeaway goodies too. Definitely worth a trip when in the area.
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Abbie.Welsher
Points +50
Wonderful! - Edit
Can’t believe this vegan find in Bacton / Walcott 😍 Delicious cheese scones and a yummy variety of cakes! 😄
Read morePros: Fully vegan, Delicious cheese scones , Scrumptious cakes
Cons: I wish it was in my home town!! 😄
Guest
GreenMercury
Points +234
Vegan owned family business - Edit
Vegan oasis on the Norfolk coast
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-01
Pros: Vegan owned family business, Great cakes, Friendly staff
Guest
CamillaFelgate
Points +71
Fab Cafe 💚 - Edit
Incredible daytime foods, menu of breakfasts, sandwiches, crepes, scones, wraps and selection of cakes at the counter. It's still a rare find - finding vegan cafes on the coast! Will definitely be back when visiting the nearby beaches
Read morePros: All Vegan! , Loads of choice, Cutest cafe dog Ponyo!
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peets-in-the-eats
Points +173
A lovely place and a life saver! - Edit
Well I always over-order when it’s a totally vegan place. It’s still a bit of a novelty to me! We ordered a ploughman’s, soup of the day which came with lovely chunky bread, a breakfast and drinks. It was delicious and the atmosphere was so chilled and relaxed. Check opening times as it’s Wednesday onwards usually. Worth a coastal day out with a lunch stop here!
Read morePros: 100% vegan, Tasty food , Chilled atmosphere
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IanMak
Points +36
Perfect cake! - Edit
Found this place while on holiday in the area. Wonderful little café, just grabbed some takeout cake then left, but it was so good that I came back for more!
Read moreReasonably priced, very friendly, good choice of food, and people in there each time I came in so must be popular. Dogs welcome too.
Pros: Cake!, Dogs welcome, Friendly
Guest
Cafecarmel
Points +67
Vegan for animals, planet and health! - Edit
100% vegan for the animals, planet and our health! #Veganuary
Read morePros: 100% vegan
Cons: Limited seating- booking recommened
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dtovee
Points +25
Great place, great food & lovely people - Edit
We have used their services three times. The food they provided was excellent.
Read moreWhen we are in the area we will use them as they only serve vegan food so we know the food they provide is safe.
Updated from previous review on 2021-11-21
Pros: They only serve vegan food, The good is fantastic, The staff are really nice people
Cons: They have limited space.
Guest
Vocal-Vegan1
Points +22
Carmels, Hidden Gem - Edit
💚Find this hidden treasure a stones throw away from Bacton Beach, Norfolk, your fury friend is welcome too with and cuddle and home-baked sweet potato doggy treat 😀
Read more💚Loads if vegan favourites, gluten free options and Mexican evenings... Enchiladas here were to die for...
Pros: Inexpensive , Friendly , Great atmosphere
Cons: Limited space
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AdamBarsby
Points +34
So good - Edit
Great menu, all the food we had was delicious, came back next day for more. We had two courses and two drinks for a little over £20
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-08-15
Guest
GeorgiTurner
Points +114
Lovely lunch stop - Edit
We stopped here today for lunch and a cuppa after a beach walk with the pup. Savoury crepes were delicious and cake was phenomenal! 😋 Such a warm and friendly welcome too.
Read morePros: All vegan, Yummy cake
Cons: Too many cakes to choose from! 😉
Guest
LoobyDoo
Points +57
Lovely lunch on a lovely day - Edit
Drinks VEGAN, breakfast VEGAN, cakes.....yep VEGAN! So nice to just choose anything on the menu without having to scrutinise ingredients.
Read moreLovely food and really friendly staff.
Pros: All vegan, Friendly, Yummy food
Cons: Gets very busy
Guest
EppleJotson
Points +201
Delicious 'All day breakfast' - Edit
Planned our cycle trip from Overstrand to Sea Palling beach to include a stop for a bite to eat on the way back.
Read moreOur meal did not disappoint, finished off with Chocolate and Peanut butter cake. Bliss
Pros: 100% vegan, no daily milk for drinks
Guest
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